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Newspaper
Atlanta Georgian
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1906
Page
5
A fire early today in Sodus Wayne County attributed to thieves. The Gaylord general store was involved and the blaze caused an estimated loss of 100,000 dollars. Firefighters battled the flames as villagers watched the inferno unfold this June.
Court auditor found charges of incompetency against J G St Amand, main executor of E W Marsh, were not sustained. The report filed with the superior court clerk states the matter was reviewed and the case closed with no transfer of actions to litigants.
A Edison arrived in North Carolina claiming cobalt ore rich enough to slash storage battery costs and auto power expenses. He states he believes cobalt exists widely and could lower prices. he plans further exploration while noting uncertainties and past claims.
Johnson, leader of the Southern Cotton Association, calls for a law to curb open speculation and market manipulation affecting cotton prices. He argues speculation harms remunerative returns, urges members to press lawmakers, and emphasizes a stable demand for cotton and related goods.
Special to The Georgian Newberry June 12 Beginning Monday morning the semi centennial celebration at Newberry College opened with an address of welcome by former president Dr George B Cromer Governor D C Heyward delivered greetings from South Carolina Dr Bein Sloan of the South Carolina anty pratty Dr D B Johnson of Wirthrop and H N Snyder of offord and other educators offered greetings Responses were given by Rev M J Kreps Prosperity and Rev J A Bligh Six juniors competed for a medal for best oration An after week program of addresses by prominent professionals followed This semi centennial commencement is described as the largest and most successful in Newberry College history
In a proclamation the Georgia Division Southern Cotton Association president M Johnson urges cotton producers to force prices up by withholding sales until prices are remunerative or fixed by the association. He says fall is the time to act to ensure not selling under favorable terms and to secure returns that cover investment.
Special to The Georgian Wilmington June 12 Instructions from the Treasury in Washington direct that the United States Marine Hospital will close permanently on June 20. The order will affect many other government hospitals nationwide. Patients in the hospitals at that time will receive relief at alternative locations.
A committee from five Confederate Veteran and Grand Army of the Republic camps in the city will meet Tuesday evening at Hilburn & Holland to arrange a reunion in Washington, D C on June 4 1907. Camps Walker Atlanta Camp A Wheelers Cavalry G A R Camp Stonewall Jackson Camp are listed with officers and delegates.
Private Loaped Wire from Waterbury Connecticut June 12 reports that Pasquale Rottaglott Tito Vigiletto two Italian refugees fought a sword duel for Mane Saleto’s affection. They wounded each other in a woods behind a brewery before friends intervened. Police learned the Italian army is believed to be hiding the seriously wounded men.
Special to The Georgian Montgomery Alabama June 15 governor paroled John W Tagert a white man from Jefferson County under condition he marry his stepdaughter Miss Alice Freeland caretaker of the child The wife of Tagert and the mother of Miss Freeland is dead Miss Freeland and her are in distress The couple faces legal and social obstacles under state law or policy in the aftermath of the pardon
Macon Georgia June 12 It is reported that at the trustees meeting of the University of Georgia in Athens next week Justice A J Cobb of the supreme court or Hon P Meldrim of Savannah will be chosen for the illomiat chancellor to succeed the present head Either man would accept if offered but neither is a candidate at present
Frank DeLay a noted painter fell on the last steps of a narrow Forsyth Street stairway injuring his skull. The 55 year old was carried to Grady Hospital unconscious after the fall from the 12th step while seeking contractor D C Allen.
The W and A R R N C and St B Railway offer round trip tickets on June 10 with reduced fares plus 25 cents tax, valid return until 1906. Trains from Atlanta at 8:35 a m, 4:50 p m, 8:50 p m carry Pullman cars to Nashville and Louisville with a 50 cent deposit option for extension to June 16. Route via Nashville and Mammoth Cave. Inquiries to J A Thomas C B Walker Peachtree Viaduct Union Pass Sta or Charles E Harman, General Passenger Agent.
Freshman and sophomore declamations highlight Emory College commencement at Oxford Georgia with winners from Greenville Covington Washington and Homer. The champion debate between two Greek-letter groups drew large crowds as scholars earned medals for speakers and essays.
A brief item from the New York Commercial notes a person named Ma Mr unable to cover costs. The exact details and context are not provided in the readable fragments.
On Friday June 16 the Ponce DeLeon Avenue Baptist Sunday school picnic will be at Cooledge Georgia with a special Geor gia railroad train. Dr Robin Adair chairs the arrangements with Mrs Edgar Dunlap Mrs J P Pace Mrs J H Crawford P D Baker F J Cooledge Jr and C T Nunnally among the committee. A program of athletic events begins at 10 including a fat mans race a 100 yard dash and youth races with prizes. Two tug of wars and jumping contests are planned. Heavyweight entries Moensrs Idoneoehy Forrester Brown Ramseur and others compete. A barbecue at noon and a treasure hunt at 1 20 cap the day.
Through sleeping car line to Wrightsville Beach North Carolina commences Saturday June 7 and runs each Saturday in June July August. Depart Atlanta at 9 36 p m and arrive Wrightsville Beach next morning. Season tickets 18 55 and weekend tickets valid five days 3 25.
Philadelphia report states J W Menzie of Vancouver, a Penn wens College dentistry student, faced a cheating charge after a state panel heard he secured a championship with funds and support from a wealthy woman. Details allege financial aid and classmate involvement.
An application to charter the American Hat Manufacturing Company was filed in the Superior Court Monday morning by W W Wisanska attorney for Herman Cohen of Atlanta and A Flatauer and B Goett of Apalachicola Florida. Capital stock is $15000 paid in with permission sought to raise to $100000. The plan names Herman Cohen as chief backer with Goettinger as president and Flatauer as vice president. The article notes South th street address and details of initial operations and officers.
George J. Gould sails with wife and two young children for Europe on a summer auto tour. Asked about his sister Miss Helen Gould visiting the Countess de Castel, he says it is not planned and notes speculation about family tensions.
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